Green tea has risen in popularity over the years. Let's have a look at all the health benefits associated with green tea.
Green tea is derived from the leaves of the Chinese plant, the Camellia sinensis plant. Green tea is a popular beverage in China and Japan its discovery can be dated back to 2737BC when the Emperor of China accidentally drank a cup of hot tea which had a dead tea leaf inside. It was around the 14th Century that tea began more accessible to the masses.
It wasn't until the 1600s that green tea was imported into London. Tobacconist and coffee house owner, Thomas Garway was the first person in England to see tea in his London coffeehouse in Exchange Alley in 1657.
Green tea, with its high antioxidant properties and low caffeine is considered to be a healthy alternative to tea. And it is for this reason that in recent years, the popularity of green tea has risen.
Health benefits of green tea
ᴿᴹ Improve brain function
Green tea contains the amino acid L-theanine, which can work synergistically with caffeine to improve brain function.
ᴿᴹ Increases fat burning
some studies suggest that green tea may boost metabolic rate and increase fat burning in the short term.
ᴿᴹ Lower risk of some cancers
Green tea has powerful antioxidants that may protect against cancer. Multiple studies show that green tea drinkers have a lower risk of various types of cancer including breast cancer, prostrate cancer and colorectal cancer
ᴿᴹ Protect brain from ageing
The bioactive compounds in green tea can have various protective effects on the brain. They may reduce the risk of dementia, a common neurodegenerative disorder in older adults.
ᴿᴹ Reduce bad breath
The catechins in green tea may inhibit the growth of bacteria in the mouth, reducing the risk of bad breath.
ᴿᴹ Lower risk of Type II Diabetes
Some controlled studies show that green tea may cause mild reductions in blood sugar levels. It may also lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.
ᴿᴹ Prevent cardiovascular disease
Green tea may lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, as well as protect the LDL particles from oxidation. Studies show that people who drink green tea have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.
ᴿᴹ Help in weight loss
Some studies show that green tea may lead to increased weight loss. It may be particularly effective at reducing the dangerous abdominal fat.
ᴿᴹ Increases life expectancy
There is correlation between regularly drinking green tea and increased lifespan. There is significantly lower risk of of death by heart disease and by stroke.
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